Best Mexican White Queso Recipe
A tasty and simple white cheese dip dish is this queso recipe. We made an attempt to recreate this dip exactly like the one we all love from the neighborhood Mexican eatery. It takes minutes to make and is sure to delight.
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Calories: 100kcal
Servings: 8
Equipment
- Cheese Grater
- Serving Dish
- Can Opener
Ingredients
- 12 ounces evaporated milk
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3/4 lb white American cheese
- 4 ounces mozzarella cheese freshly shredded
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- chopped cilantro tomatoes, and jalapenos for garnish
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg optional
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons canned jalapenos chopped, or chopped green chiles
Instructions
- Heat 12 ounces of evaporated milk in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and whisk it in.
- Let it simmer until it's just about to boil – you'll see it bubbling up the sides. Then, quick! Reduce the heat to low.
- Stir in 3/4 lb of white American cheese in batches. Keep the heat at medium/low and whisk constantly as each batch melts. Don't stop until it's all melted and creamy.
- Once the white American cheese is in, add 4 ounces of shredded mozzarella. Keep whisking for that dreamy, creamy blend. Want it thicker? Toss in a bit more Mozzarella.
- Pour your queso into a skillet and pop it in the oven. Broil for 3-4 minutes until that cheese starts to bubble and brown
- Garnish with chopped cilantro, tomatoes, and more jalapenos if you're feeling extra.
- Grab those tortilla chips and dive into cheesy bliss. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 100kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 26mg | Sodium: 494mg | Potassium: 50mg | Vitamin A: 285IU | Vitamin C: 3.9mg | Calcium: 248mg | Iron: 0.3mg